Should I request to have the OP modified or vacated? What steps must I take to have this done?

There is only one step here and that is hire an attorney. None of us are going to represent you by remote control

What do I get in a separation?

You have a claim to the portion of his pension that accrued during the marriage. That means from the date of the marriage to the date of commencement.

If you have a petition before the court that petition needs to be served. Will need to find him. Use a private detective. They are very good at...

What can I expect to happen at a preliminary proceeding for visitation

Firstly, the Family Court does not have jurisdiction to name change. So that part of his application will be dismissed. Secondly, he will probably...

Will I be able to take the Series 7 exam or get a new york state life insurance license with an order of dismissal?

If it was dismissed then there is no conviction. This should not stand in the way of anything.

Can I move out of state with my children of which I have full custody of.

You can ask the court for permission to relocate, but you cannot leave the jurisdiction with the children without the permission of the court.

How do I have conditions added to a New York State criminal court Order of Protection?

On the ADA can make such a request of a judge in a criminal matter.

Can I ask for sole custody if my ex moved with our child(50/50 custody) and refuses to tell me where.

Alienation is never ok, however, you need to be ready to fight for your rights to your child, if those rights are being impinged. You need to hire...

Can I modify child visitation if my daughter has relocated to North Carolina and I live in NY?

You can always try to modify. SPeak to an attorney as you may need to do it in NC, depending on the circumstances.

Can I my husband claim right to our home after I left our marital home? (NY)

You both have a right to a home that was purchased during the marriage. One of you can buy the other one out, or the two of you can sell it and...